Home Care Services for Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Liu Kehan, Li Chunxiao, Chen Zijing, Yang Xiali, He Haiyan, Huang Chongmei, Liu Minhui
Primary Institution: Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
Hypothesis
What factors influence the utilization of home care services among older adults provided by property companies?
Conclusion
The study found that older adults, especially those over 80 and with poor self-rated health, are less likely to utilize recreational activities and certain home care services.
Supporting Evidence
- 58.3% of older adults were aged between 60-69 years.
- 39.1% of participants lived with children.
- 46.6% rated their health as average.
- 59.0% participated in recreational activities.
- 56.4% utilized plumbing and electrical repairs.
- 52.6% used the 24-hour hotline service.
- Older adults over 80 were less likely to participate in recreational activities.
- Living with children negatively correlated with the use of the 24-hour hotline service.
Takeaway
This study looked at how older people use home care services from property companies and found that many don't use them as much as they could.
Methodology
Data was collected using self-designed questionnaires from older adults in residential areas managed by property companies.
Limitations
The study used a convenient sampling method, which may not represent the broader population of older adults.
Participant Demographics
Approximately 58.3% of participants were aged between 60-69 years, 39.1% lived with children, and 46.6% rated their health as average.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95%CI=0.12-0.79 for age over 80; 95%CI=0.10-0.50 for poor self-rated health; 95%CI=0.04-0.61 for living with children.
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